December weather forecast
New Light, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Light, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, New Light experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). New Light, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In New Light, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In New Light, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.2 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In New Light, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In New Light, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does New Light have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In New Light, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in New Light?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in New Light.

How high is the UV index in December?

In New Light, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Light, SC

Average temperature in December - New Light, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
New Light, SC

Average pressure in December - New Light, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Light, SC

Average wind speed in December - New Light, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
New Light, SC

Average humidity in December - New Light, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
New Light, SC

Average rainfall in December - New Light, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
New Light, SC

Average rainfall days in December - New Light, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Light, SC

Average snowfall in December - New Light, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Light, SC

Average snowfall days in December - New Light, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Light, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Light, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Light, SC

Average sunshine days in December - New Light, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
New Light, SC

Average UV index in December - New Light, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
New Light, SC

Average cloud cover in December - New Light, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
New Light, SC

Average visibility in December - New Light, SC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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